Best Dorothy AB Johnson Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 307 - The missing link between knowing you can heal and actually moving on 13:42

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You know thoughts create feelings. You understand that you create your own reality. You've read all the books, done all the courses, and can explain these concepts perfectly to your friends. So why can't you actually LIVE them when life gets messy? In this episode, Dorothy breaks down the real reason most people stay stuck in the knowing phase and …

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Ep. 306 - How do I build a life after my breakup that actually feels better? 18:08

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When your breakup leaves you wondering how to create a life that’s actually bigger and better than the one you had with your ex, the advice out there usually falls short. “Just move on,” “go no contact,” or “time heals all.” But none of that shows you how to design a life that feels extraordinary on your terms. In this episode, I’m sharing the 3 st…

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Ep. 305 - How to find yourself again after a breakup 21:19

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After a breakup, one of the most common (and painful) questions I hear is: “Who am I without them?” If you don’t know who you are apart from your ex, you can’t clearly see what you want, what’s possible, or how to build a life that’s truly yours. Instead, you risk creating a life that’s just a reaction to the breakup, or worse, one that keeps you t…

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Ep. 304 - I was gifted a breakup 30:55

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When heartbreak hits, it can feel unbearable, like you’ll never stop hurting, never find love again, and that maybe the problem is you. In this episode, I sit down with Braveheart alumni Anne, who knows that feeling all too well. After her breakup, she was consumed by fear, self-doubt, and the thought that she wasn’t enough. But everything shifted …

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Ep. 303 - When I stopped wanting my ex, my ex wanted me 34:44

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What happens when you finally stop obsessing over your ex, the one you thought would give you everything you ever wanted? In this episode, you'll hear from Braveheart alum Allison, who went from feeling deeply attached and convinced her ex was her only shot at the life she dreamed of… to no longer wanting him at all. And ironically, that’s when eve…

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Ep. 302 - Why am I scared to move on from my ex? 10:06

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You know you should move on, you even want to move on, but every time you start making progress, something inside you slams on the brakes. You sabotage your own healing, make excuses to stay stuck, or find reasons why you're "not ready yet." What if the thing keeping you trapped isn't love for your ex, it's fear of who you'll become without them? I…

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Ep. 301 - How do I get closure from my ex? 13:16

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You keep waiting for your ex to give you the closure you need, an explanation, an apology, some sign that what you had mattered to them. In this episode, I'm revealing the twisted psychology behind why begging for closure actually pushes your ex further away, and the counterintuitive approach that either gets you your ex back or something infinitel…

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Ep. 300 - Why do I still think about my ex all the time? 10:23

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You've been working on your nervous system and taking better care of yourself, but your ex is still living rent-free in your head 24/7. Every song reminds you of them, you're having fake arguments in the shower, and you keep replaying memories on repeat. You wonder if there's something seriously wrong with you. Why can't you just stop thinking abou…

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Ep. 299 - Why can’t I get over my ex? 13:41

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You've been doing all the "right things" to get over your ex. Therapy, journaling, staying busy, even no contact, but you're still waking up at 2 AM thinking about them, still checking their social media, still feeling like your whole life is completely over. You're not broken, and you're not doing anything wrong. There's just one crucial piece mis…

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Ep. 298 - How to go from abandoned to thriving: A 2-year update 29:58

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Two years ago, she moved to Hawaii for love and got dumped the moment she landed. No friends, no support system, completely alone. Today? She's calling in from a surf trip in Mexico, planning adventures to the Maldives, and dating from a place of complete confidence. This is a 2-year check-in with a GOYE alumni who proves that your breakup breakdow…

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Ep. 297 - Stop living your life by committee 13:28

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Are you making decisions based on what will make you happy or what will make other people comfortable? In this final episode of the ceiling-breaking series, Dorothy tackles the biggest limitation of all: living your life by committee. Discover why the fear of judgment only kicks in when you're about to do something that would actually light you up,…

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Ep. 296 - The readiness myth that’s costing you everything 11:42

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"I'm not ready yet." These four words are keeping you stuck in preparation mode while your dreams collect dust. In this powerful episode, Dorothy exposes the readiness myth that convinces you to wait for some magical moment when you'll feel prepared enough to go after what you want. Spoiler alert: that moment never comes. Discover why "begin before…

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Ep. 295 - The realistic trap that’s keeping you from your bigger and better life 10:50

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Whether you're day one or year three post-breakup, there's an invisible trap keeping you playing small that has nothing to do with your ex. You're making "realistic" choices that keep you trapped in a life that's fine but not extraordinary. In this episode, Dorothy reveals why asking "What's realistic?" is the ceiling blocking your bigger life and …

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Ep. 294 - Stop drowning in information and start taking action that actually works 18:21

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In this raw and honest episode, Dorothy exposes the dark side of our information-obsessed culture and how it's keeping you stuck in decision paralysis. After consuming countless expert opinions on everything from new motherhood to scaling her business, she found herself more confused and doubtful than when she started. Sound familiar? If you've eve…

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Ep. 293 - Running into my ex was the best thing that happened to me 11:36

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Picture this: You finally get into that exclusive book club you've been trying to join for months. You walk in excited, ready to build your bigger and better life... and there's your ex. With their new partner. What do you do? Run? Hide? Or something completely different? Today I'm sharing a client's real-time experience that turned what felt like …

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Ep. 292 - Rocket ride to your bigger and better life 29:45

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When you’re heartbroken, your “bigger and better life” can feel a million miles away. Like something that happens someday if you can just survive the now. But what if the life you want isn’t actually far off… you’re just not stepping into the rocket that’s sitting right in front of you? In this episode, Braveheart Colleen and I discuss how we delay…

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Ep. 291 - When your ex is wrong… but you’re the one still suffering 12:50

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You’re furious and you can't stop thinking about it. Your ex said or did something you completely disagree with, and even though you understand how they might see it that way, you know they’re wrong. The anger feels endless, and the more you think about it, the worse it gets. In this episode, I’m breaking down why rage after a breakup sticks around…

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Ep. 290 - Stuck on Your Ex Because You Think No One Else Will Measure Up? 13:29

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You're stuck thinking your ex was the only person you could ever truly want and every time you meet someone new, your brain seems to prove it. In this episode, we break down why you’re not just missing your ex, you’re caught in what I call a "mental hostage situation." I’ll show you how your brain is running two hidden tracks at once, how they’re k…

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Ep. 289 - The fear you’ll never fall in love again 14:28

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You're terrified you'll never experience love again. Every dating app swipe feels empty, every "moving on" advice rings hollow, and deep down, you wonder if your chance at real love died with your relationship. But what if this fear isn't what's actually holding you back? In this episode, I'm exposing the hidden thought patterns keeping you locked …

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Stop Obsessing Over Your Ex in 60 Minutes Flat (Join My Free Live Event) 3:05

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Your ex left, but the thoughts didn't. Join Breakup Coach Dorothy for a free 2-day live experience that will completely change your relationship with your breakup. In this quick episode, she reveals what you'll discover during Breakup First Aid LIVE and why this approach works when conventional breakup advice fails. Breakup First Aid LIVE: https://…

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Ep. 288 - The part of you that your ex hated? It’s actually your secret weapon 11:09

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That quality you hate most about yourself? It might actually be your greatest strength. In this episode, I share how one of my clients discovered her "indecisiveness" was actually her hidden superpower and how this revelation transformed her healing journey. I'll walk you through the exact 5-step process to identify, reframe, and embrace the parts …

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The Breakup Toolkit: Your 911 for Those 2AM Ex Thoughts 2:41

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In this quick episode, Breakup Coach Dorothy reveals why you're still obsessed with your ex (hint: it's not because they were "the one") and introduces her free Breakup Toolkit that's helped thousands stop the 2AM thought spirals and social media checking. If you're tired of conventional advice that doesn't work, this 3-minute episode could change …

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Ep. 287 - Stop forcing yourself to “get over” your ex when you don’t want to 10:22

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You can't get over your ex. You've tried everything—journaling, therapy, unfollowing them, throwing yourself into work—but nothing sticks. Here's the uncomfortable truth: maybe you're stuck because you're forcing yourself to "move on" when deep down, that's not what you actually want. In this episode, I'm sharing a powerful mindset shift from a rec…

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Ep. 286 - Turning Betrayal into Brilliance: Lessons from Ariana Madix 16:36

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When Ariana Madix discovered her partner's betrayal on national television, no one expected what happened next: one of the most spectacular post-breakup transformations we've ever witnessed. In this episode, I break down the exact mindset shifts that allowed Ariana to not just survive her heartbreak but absolutely thrive in its aftermath. If you're…

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Ep. 285 - The hidden freedom in letting go: Why we cling to people who don't choose us 17:16

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In this episode, I reveal the counterintuitive truth about why letting go feels impossible (even when holding on is blocking everything you want), and the unexpected place where freedom is actually hiding. If you've been feeling like you know exactly what you need to do to move on from your ex but haven't been able to actually "do it", it's a must …

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Ep. 284 - Why We Wait: 5 Steps to Transform Fear Into Life-Changing Choices 32:46

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That life-changing decision you've been putting off? It's not procrastination, it's fear masquerading as "I need more time." Dorothy reveals how she shattered months of paralyzing indecision about her housing situation in just 20 minutes with the right guidance. The real reason we wait until the final hour isn't lack of information, it's our invisi…

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Ep. 283 - The gap between "I can't do this" and "I am": The evolution nobody talks about 22:32

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In this raw and revealing episode, Dorothy opens up about her journey through motherhood and entrepreneurship, sharing the profound realization that changed everything: the gap between "I can't do this" and "I am." Through vulnerable stories of 3 AM doubts and unexpected breakthroughs, she reveals how our most limiting thoughts often appear right b…

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Ep. 282 - Your ex isn’t holding you back anymore. THIS is. 20:28

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In this eye-opening episode, Dorothy challenges you to confront what’s actually holding you back long after you've "healed" from your breakup. Discover why so many people who are "over their ex" still find themselves recreating similar patterns and limitations in their new life. Learn the three critical mindset shifts that shatter this and allow yo…

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Ep. 281 - How to stop thinking about your ex all the time 12:17

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You can’t stop thinking about your ex, and it’s exhausting. No matter what you do, they’re always on your mind—replaying memories, overanalyzing what went wrong, wondering if they miss you too. It feels like you have no control over it. But what if you could? In this episode, I’m giving you a simple, two-step process to break the mental loop and fi…

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Ep. 280 - The real reason you’re still stuck on your ex 14:36

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You're stuck on your ex, and you don’t know why. You’ve tried everything—cutting contact, waiting for time to heal, distracting yourself—but nothing is working. What if the reason you can’t move on isn’t what you think it is? In this episode, we’re uncovering the hidden force keeping you emotionally tied to your ex and why the usual breakup advice …

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Ep. 279 - When it feels like you don’t matter to the person who matters most to you 22:24

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After a breakup, it’s painful to feel like you never mattered—especially when it feels like you don’t matter to the person that matters most to you in this world. When your ex acts indifferent, it can make you question your own worth. In this live coaching session, we unpack why their actions don’t define your significance and how to reclaim your s…

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Ep. 278 - “They promised forever … then left. How to trust again.” 29:37

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After a heartbreak, especially one where someone promised forever and then changed their mind, trusting again can feel impossible. You might be wondering, ‘How will I ever believe in love again?’ In this week’s episode, we unpack why shutting down trust isn’t the answer and how to move forward without fear. This isn’t about labeling your ex as toxi…

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Ep. 277 - How to feel loved this valentine’s day (even if you’re newly single) 28:43

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Valentine’s Day can feel overwhelming when you're newly single—reminders of love are everywhere, and the loneliness can feel sharper than ever. But what if, instead of dreading it, you used this time to lean into love in a way that actually makes you feel connected, supported, and at peace? In this episode, I share three defining relationships—one …

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Ep. 276 - If you think your ex’s new partner is better, listen to this 27:36

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Seeing your ex with someone new can feel like a punch to the gut—especially if you believe their new partner is somehow "better" than you. In this episode, I break down exactly why that feeling of jealousy takes over and how to take your power back. I'll walk you through three key steps to stop obsessing over your ex's new relationship and start fe…

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Ep. 275 - How to release mom guilt after a breakup or divorce with Laura Conley 37:33

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After a breakup, many moms face the overwhelming challenge of feeling guilty for investing in themselves while their children are also hurting. It’s common to question whether you should be putting time, energy, or even money into your healing journey. In this episode, Breakup Coach Dorothy and Laura Conley (Founder of Yummy Mummy) tackle that guil…

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Ep. 274 - How to leave an unhealthy relationship and stand in your standards 10:41

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Struggling to leave an unhealthy relationship or stand firm in your standards? In this episode, we dive deep into how the way you think about yourself today impacts the actions you take tomorrow. If you’ve ever found yourself holding onto a relationship you know isn’t right or letting someone treat you poorly, this episode is for you. We’ll explore…

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Ep. 273 - How to stop comparing your new partner to your ex in 2 simple steps 10:41

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If you’ve found yourself comparing your new relationship to your ex, you're not alone—and it doesn’t necessarily mean you’re not over them. In this episode, I break down two powerful steps to help you move past those comparisons and focus on what truly matters: creating clarity and deeper connection in your current partnership. Whether you're sabot…

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Ep. 272 - How to align with what you really want and let go of mental limitations 12:50

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As we enter 2025, it's easy to get caught up in setting goals based on what our minds think we should achieve. But what if there’s a better way? In this episode, we’re exploring how to set your intentions for the new year by tapping into your inner voice, the part of you that knows what truly matters. Instead of letting your mind create goals drive…

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Ep. 271 - 3 powerful ways to feel anchored in dating after a breakup 46:35

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In this episode, Breakup Coach Dorothy and Braveheart Miranda talk about how to feel anchored in dating after a breakup. Miranda is a member of the Bigger and Better Life Mastermind, a 6-month immersive experience of creating your bigger and better future, whatever that looks like to you. Tune in as they talk about 3 specific ways to feel anchored …

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Ep. 270 - Self help burnout, how to stop chasing and start living 14:14

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Feeling burned out from constant self-improvement? In this episode, I’m sharing a practical 5-step plan to help you shift from revamping your life to fully living in and enjoying it. If you're at a place where you’ve built much of what you’ve envisioned for yourself but feel like it’s time to pause and simply be, this episode is for you. We’ll talk…

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Ep. 269 - 6 Life-Changing Lessons to Create Your Bigger & Better Life in 6 Months 50:25

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Imagine living a life that feels like you’ve won the lottery every day—where everything aligns with who you truly are, free from attachment, and grounded in emotional maturity. In this episode, I’m sharing the six lessons that Bravehearts have learned and lived through over the past six months in the Bigger & Better Life Mastermind. We’ll explore h…

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Ep. 268 - Your personalized prescription for overcoming undesirable outcomes 14:23

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In today's episode, we delve into a common yet often overlooked issue: lingering on undesirable outcomes, such as the inability to move past an ex. Discover a transformative, step-by-step process tailored to shift your perspective and actions to achieve more favorable outcomes in your emotional and personal life. We'll explore how taking ownership …

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Ep. 267 - What to do with your happy memories of your ex 10:39

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In today's episode, we dive into a common post-breakup challenge: handling the happy memories with your ex that keep pulling you back. If you find yourself frequently lost in nostalgic moments, wondering how to balance these memories with your current path to healing, this discussion is for you. We explore a transformative approach that doesn't era…

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Ep. 266 - When to feel your feelings and when to shift your perspective w/ Dana Evans 57:16

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In this episode, join Breakup Coach Dorothy and Dana Evans as they discuss when to feel your feelings and when to shift your perspective. Dana is an emotional clearing expert and walks us through exactly “how” to process emotion with tangible steps as well as a clear guide on “how to get out of a funk”. Tune in as they talk about how the mind can g…

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Ep. 265 - Navigate life's changes without losing yourself 12:51

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In today’s episode, we're diving deep into self-identity through life’s varied seasons. Whether you’re in the throes of personal transformation or navigating the complexities of self-discovery post-breakup, understanding and embracing the fluidity of your identity is crucial. We unpack the concept that our self-perception need not be rigid but can …

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Ep. 264 - Two questions to see if your relationship expectations are too high 9:23

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Are you worried that your expectations in a relationship might be too high? In this episode, we tackle the common fear of “am I asking too much?" when it comes to what you want in a partnership. If you've ever found yourself second-guessing your standards or wondering if you're expecting too much, this episode is for you. We’ll dive into two powerf…

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Ep. 263 - Should I reach out to my ex or not? 11:31

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Are you struggling with the question of whether to reach out to your ex? In this episode, we dive into a practical 5-step process that helps you gain clarity and confidence in making the right decision for YOU. Instead of relying on advice from others, this episode guides you through a series of questions and scenarios to uncover what’s truly align…

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Ep. 262 - Build your revenge body w/ Jenny Blake 32:16

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Did you know that what you eat, how you work out, and how you feel in your body, can affect your breakup journey?! Join us in today’s episode as Jenny (The Nutritionist) shares how food affects our body, how we can use nutrition to change our shape, how to prepare food in a way that truly satisfies us and how lifting weights improves our bodies all…

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Ep. 261 - How to 10x your dating potential without going on 100 dates 11:57

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Feeling stuck in your dating life, overwhelmed by advice, or just underwhelmed by the experience? This episode is for you. Today, we dive into a powerful coaching session that transformed one of my clients, helping her break free from the confusion and struggle (hustle) of dating. We explore the three core truths she embraced that allowed her to re…

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Ep. 260 - 3 Game Changing Truths to Conquer the Fear of Judgment After Your Breakup 14:42

12M ago14:42

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Struggling with the fear of being judged after your breakup? In this episode, I’m diving deep into how judgment—whether from others, your ex, or even yourself—can hold you back from true healing. We’ll explore the three essential truths about judgment that will help you break free from this fear and focus on your own recovery. Learn why judgment is…